Marvel Studios is reportedly considering Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson for the role of Apocalypse in its upcoming X-Men reboot. While the studio has not confirmed the news, insider sources claim he is being considered for the part. As Marvel expands its X-Men universe, speculation about casting key mutants continues to gain traction.
Dwayne Johnson rumored for Apocalypse in Marvel’s X-Men reboot
According to @MyTimeToShineHello on X (formerly Twitter), “Marvel Studios is interested in casting Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson as Apocalypse in the MCU.” The post has gained significant traction, accumulating over 502.4K views, as of writing. A follow-up post from the same source included concept art, stating, “This is how The Rock could look in the role!”
Apocalypse, also known as En Sabah Nur, debuted in X-Factor #5 (1986) as “one of the most powerful and ancient mutants.” Oscar Isaac played him in X-Men: Apocalypse (2016). At the Disney APAC Content Showcase, Kevin Feige said, “I think you will see that continue in our next few movies with some X-Men players that you might recognize” (via Deadline). He added, “Right after that, the whole story of Secret Wars really leads us into a new age of mutants and of the X-Men.”
Jeff Sneider’s The InSneider reported that Marvel Studios plans to begin filming the X-Men reboot next year, aiming for a 2027 release. Reports also state that the film is expected to be released after Avengers: Secret Wars.
Johnson played Black Adam in the 2022 DCEU film, but after leadership changes at DC, his role ended. The X-Men reboot is not expected to be an origin story, meaning Apocalypse could debut as an established villain.
Reports suggest Johnson’s potential MCU commitments may affect his WWE schedule, including a rumored WrestleMania match with Roman Reigns. WWE’s long-term booking requires extensive promotion, which could conflict with a major Marvel production.
This remains unconfirmed, but Johnson’s possible role as Apocalypse has sparked widespread discussion. Fan art has already imagined how he could look in the MCU.
Originally reported by Anubhav Chaudhry on SuperHeroHype.
